Level I Training
The USBC Coaching Level I online training program is designed to provide you with the skills to help teach new bowlers of all ages to learn to enjoy the sport. This content introduces the basic information for teaching the fundamentals of bowling. From the playing field to the physical game, to nutrition and fitness, this course will help educate kids and beginners while new coaches gain confidence in their ability to teach the game.
The USBC Coaching Level I online training covers bowling fundamentals such as:
- Roles and responsibilities of a coach
- Progression of skills from two-handed delivery to the basic four-step approach
- Sport safety
- Maintaining a positive teaching approach and environment
- Strikes and spares
- Keeping score
- Adding fun to your youth program
- An overview of programs and opportunities
Prerequisites: Participants taking the USBC Coaching Level I online course must be:
- at least 13 years of age
- a USBC member in good standing
- current with SafeSport online training. For more information on SafeSport, click here.
- approved through the Registered Volunteer Program (RVP) if they are a U.S. citizen 18 years of age or older.
- For more information on RVP, click here.
Pricing: All Level I online testing, within the U.S. is:
- $49.00
- FREE to those who attend a USA Bowling Coaching Seminar.
- For information about USA Bowling Coaching and upcoming seminars, click here.
Click here to access the USBC Coaching Level I presentation online.
Click here for a written PDF script of the USBC Coaching Level I presentation online.